"To Build a Fire"

What is this story about?

• a guide to building a fire

• the struggle for survival

• the beauty of the natural world

• an enjoyable camping trip

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

This short story is more....

• optimistic

• pessimistic

• empathetic

• apathetic

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CCSS.RL.2.10

CCSS.RL.2.2

CCSS.RL.2.3

CCSS.RL.4.3

CCSS.RL.4.4

What is the main character's major flaw?

• anger

• pride

• ignorance

• spite

What happens to the dog?

• It dies due to the freezing cold.

• The man kills it and eats it.

• The man kills it and uses the fur for warmth.

• It watches the man die and then runs off to find shelter.

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.1

CCSS.RI.11-12.1

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

The man is best described as

• intelligent and highly organized

• brave and heroic

• foolish and unimaginative

• very knowledgeable about the Alaskan wilderness

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CCSS.RL.11-12.3

CCSS.RL.6.6

CCSS.RL.7.6

CCSS.RL.8.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

The man makes all the following mistakes except

• deciding to travel alone

• forgetting to bring matches with him

• not listening to people who know more about the north

• not understanding the danger he faces

Which of the following character flaws brings about the man's tragic end?

• cowardice

• carelessness

• overconfidence

• greed

What is a possible theme of the story?

• People choose their own destinies

• Nature is more powerful than humans

• In nature humans live by instinct

• Heed the advice of the experienced

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.9

CCSS.RI.11-12.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.8.2

CCSS.RL.9-10.2

Jack London's attitude toward the Yukon wilderness is one of

• nostalgia

• respect

• apprehension

• affection

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CCSS.RI. 9-10.6

CCSS.RI.11-12.6

CCSS.RI.8.9

CCSS.RL.11-12.6

CCSS.RL.9-10.6

After he falls into the spring the man

• cannot build a fire

• succeeds in building a fire

• kills the dog to stay warm

• builds a roaring fire and dries out completely